
German Chamomile Hydrosol is one of our favorite products to reach for when one needs to calm and soothe irritation and inflammation. Profoundly comforting to body, mind, and spirit, the gentle but strong effect of the German Chamomile plant makes it one of the top choices for children and people with highly sensitive skin.
German chamomile is an herbaceous annual plant that grows in a bushy shrub with daisy-like flowers on long stems that reach up to 3 feet tall. It is native to western and southern Europe, parts of Asia, and North Africa. (Not to be confused with Roman chamomile, which is a perennial plant that only grows to about 1 foot tall!) German chamomile is a popular plant for medicinal purposes and has been used in various ways by numerous cultures throughout history for its sedative, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties.
What is German Chamomile Hydrosol?
German Chamomile hydrosol brings a gentle richness to the practice of aromatherapy, as it is less potent than the essential oil counterpart, yet still retains the therapeutic properties of the distilled plant. German Chamomile hydrosol is energetically vibrant; yet gentle enough for those with sensitive systems, including children. German chamomile hydrosol has a myriad of possible uses thanks to its incredible anti-inflammatory and soothing properties as well as its gentleness. German Chamomile hydrosol can be used in places essential oils and some other hydrosols cannot, such as on the eyes and other super sensitive areas. In addition to assisting with the physical terrain, German chamomile hydrosol is helpful emotionally and energetically. German chamomile hydrosol is grounding and calming. It is very helpful for easing anger, frustration, anxiety, and situational depression.
If you’re new to hydrosols you can learn all about these amazing aromatherapy products by reading our blog, “What is a Hydrosol?”.
German Chamomile Hydrosol Uses and Benefits

The uses and benefits of German chamomile hydrosol are extensive. Some of the wonderful uses and benefits of German chamomile hydrosol include:
- Relieve hot, irritated skin conditions – chaffed skin, rashes, etc.
- Spray directly on the irritated area.
- Make a compress to hold the hydrosol on the affected area longer.
- Clean and soothe minor cuts, scrapes, burns, and other wounds
- Spray directly on the wound and let air dry or gently pat dry the surrounding area with a clean cloth or paper towel. German chamomile hydrosol’s antibacterial activity helps clean and purify the wound while helping to ease pain and promote faster healing.
- Soothe itchy, burning eyes
- Make a compress with a couple cotton balls and place them directly on the eyes. Keep eyes closed.
- Heal scars and stretch marks
- German chamomile is cicatrisant, which means it has skin cell regenerative properties. Spray directly on the scar area or make a compress to hold the hydrosol on longer.
- Foot spray
- Spray directly on the feet. German chamomile has anti-fungal properties, making it perfect for relieving and healing hot, burning, itchy athlete’s foot or similar infections.
- Alleviate unwanted muscle spasms
- Spray on spasming, tight, tense areas.
- Make a compress to hold the hydrosol in place longer.
- Ease anger, frustration, anxiety, and situational depression
- Use as a refreshing facial mist when needing to calm and cool your emotions.
- Add to a diffuser to create an environment that is soothing and calming.
- Spray on your linens and take a nap. Who doesn’t love a good nap, especially when feeling emotional? German chamomile hydrosol can make it even more relaxing and emotionally restorative!
- Room spray
- Spray around a room to restore balance and ground the energy in that space and help provide a calming, soothing atmosphere.
- Anti-allergenic spray
- German chamomile is excellent for relieving minor allergic reactions. Spray directly on the skin, spritz on the face, or use a compress on the eyes.
- Add to a diffuser to help ease seasonal allergies.
- Relieve diaper rash
- Since German chamomile hydrosol is so gentle, it can be sprayed directly on a baby’s most sensitive areas to help soothe and relieve conditions such as diaper rash.
- Promote sleep
- German chamomile is so emotionally soothing, balancing, and calming, making it a perfect choice for helping promote restful sleep.
- Make a lovely linen spray and spritz directly on your linens.
- Add to a diffuser.
Ways to Blend with German Chamomile Hydrosol
It’s easy to see that there are many possibilities for using German chamomile hydrosol. Hydrosols also blend well together, further adding to the list of potential uses by adding more benefits and increasing effectiveness. Below are a few of our favorite German Chamomile hydrosol blending examples:
- Emotional or energetic support – blend with Lavender Hydrosol, Blood Orange Hydrosol, or Rose Otto Hydrosol.
- Treating and healing injuries and wounds support – blend with Helichrysum Hydrosol, Lavender Hydrosol, Turmeric Hydrosol or Calendula Hydrosol.
- Antiseptic support – blend with Yarrow Hydrosol, English Thyme Hydrosol, or Lemon Thyme Hydrosol.
- Air cleansing support – blend with Sweet Grass Hydrosol, Lemon Verbena Hydrosol or White Sage Hydrosol.
These are just a few examples. Get creative and create your own hydrosol blends! You can even add essential oils to hydrosol, just make sure you shake well before spraying or add Solubol (Dispersant) to the blend, as the oil will separate from the water.
Shelf Life and Storage of German Chamomile Hydrosol
Since hydrosols are water-based, care must be taken so they do not grow mold or become contaminated. Proper storage and care is crucial for keeping your hydrosol from going bad. If stored and properly, you can expect to get approximately a 2-year shelf life out of your German Chamomile Hydrosol.
Here are some of our tips for getting the longest possible life out of your hydrosols:
- Store in a cool, dark place. We like to keep our hydrosols in the refrigerator.
- Don’t touch the spray nozzle to anything that you are spraying. This can cause contamination.
- If you open the bottle to add anything, make sure the long tube to the spray nozzle does not touch anything that can contaminate it. This includes fingers and countertops. If you must set it down, set it on a clean paper towel or spray it with alcohol and allow to dry before replacing in the bottle.
German Chamomile is Perfect for Children and Adults!
Our certified organic German chamomile hydrosol is one of our favorites, here at Aromatics International, and we think it is a must-have to keep in your medicinal arsenal, especially if you have children in your home or occasionally in your care. However, it is a beautiful choice for everyone of all ages. If you haven’t experienced this remarkable hydrosol, don’t wait and get some today!
German Chamomile Hydrosol Recipes
To get you started, we’ve included a couple recipes that we think you’ll love! To find even more fun recipes, check out our recipe section HERE!
1. Adventurous Kid Owies Cleansing Spray

Ingredients:
- 1 oz. of German Chamomile Hydrosol Matricaria recutita
- 1 oz. of Calendula Hydrosol Calendula officinalis
- 4 drops of Lavender Oil Lavandula angustifolia
- 2 drops of Solubol (Dispersant)
- 1- 2 ounce PET bottle with spray cap
Directions:
- In a 2-ounce PET bottle with
cap blend together 1 oz. each of German Chamomile hydrosol and Calendula hydrosol.spray - Add 4 drops of Lavender Oil and 2 drops of Solubol (dispersant)
- Shake well to blend all ingredients together.
- Spray liberally on cuts and scrapes to help cleanse and heal hurting owies.
2. Little Feet Antifungal Blend

Ingredients:
- 1 oz. of German Chamomile Hydrosol Matricaria recutita
- 1 oz. of English Thyme Hydrosol Thymus vulgaris
- 1 oz. of Aloe Vera Gel Aloe
barbadensis - 6 drops of Tea Tree Oil Melaleuca
alternifolia - 6 drops of Cedarwood Oil Juniperus viginiana
- 6 drops of
Gernanium Oil Pelargonium graveolens varroseum - 5 drops of Solubol (Dispersant)
- 1 – 4 oz. PET bottle with
spray cap
Directions:
- In a 4 oz. PET bottle w/spray cap blend the hydrosols and aloe vera gel.
- Add the essential oils and the Solubol dispersant.
- Blend well by gently rolling bottle. Do this each time before spraying.
Note: This is a great blend for adults, as well. If using only for adults the essential oil drops can be doubled.
I am very excited to use the German Chamomile Hydrosol on my red, swollen, allergy eyes! Thank you for always providing such thorough, practical uses for your products.
I love your hydrosols and all your products and recipes for blends.
Love the information!!
Interesting about Hydrosols. I’m looking forward to learning more about them.
Your products are great ! I am looking forward to receiving all of my wonderful oils as it relates to my certification. I will receive German Chamomile soon. I do know that it has an earthy smell that pairs well with sweet smelling essential oils.
Hydrosols sound interesting
I am so thankful for your site and am looking foreward to the class>
I love all the educational material you have on your site.
I have made the Kids Owies cleansing spray and love it for my children. Thanks for the wonderful recipes!
id like to try this for my daughter. for her skin and anxiety, she loves German chamomile for her face in a blend I make. I didn’t know it came in a hydrasol
I look forward to all the education and re education over the past 20 years and into the next many years. These oils and hydrosols are miracles . Thank you for working so to have them available.
Dawn Palmer
I have taken a few classes from Aromahead Institute, and I am so excited to start making my own products and blends! I enjoyed reading about the German Chamomile hydrosol. I definitely want to try it, especially having three young children in the house!
Misty Blondo
I enjoyed reading this, very helpful information. I love learning more about the science behind the oils.
Love all the information, learning about all the oils and all the ways to use them!
Very informative and detailed. I’m new to the aromatherapy world, so I look for information like this.
Love all this great information!!! This Hydrosol will definitely be on my next order. So many great uses!!!
Very informative!
Great article… I haven’t tried German Chamomile Hydrosol yet, but I have used the essential oil and love it. I suffered terribly with allergies and German Chamomile was so beneficial. I just love your products so much and will be ordering German Chamomile Hydrosol now I know you can put it on your eyes… sounds amazing! Thank you for all the wonderful information.
Hi Jacqueline! Happy to hear the German Chamomile oil has helped with your allergies – That’s fantastic! Hope you enjoy the hydrosol, as well. Thanks for sharing!
I love the educational information and recipes that you share with us. I’m looking forward to learning and trying many
Such a wonderful site
This information is so useful. I have to purchase some now…
What a wonderful product!
Phenomenal and empowering information!
This blog is really timely. I have developed a rash around a scar. Thanks for the education
I am very new to all of this and am excited to have found Aromatics and have started taking a couple of online classes and now have learned about your blogs and have begun reading them. German Chamomile Hydrosol is a new EO for me and with what is going on in my life right now I am looking for a calming oil and getting a diffuser. This blog was very informative and one I am sure I will go back an re-read again. Thank you.
I like the fact -German Chamomile is anti-inflammatory and helpful for emotions-anger, anxiety and depression. Those are very powerful reasons to use it. I like the idea of hydrosol is helpful for those with sensitivites too. I will put this on my list to get.
I love your products at Aromatics International!! I will be a repeat customer for sure!! <3
I have just learn of the German Chamomile from Andrea at Aromahead Inst andI look forward to making thisproduct a part of my Young Spirit Yoga Spa & Studio in Dover NH
I am excited to use German Chamomile Hydrosol and Lavender Hydrosol for calming my six year old and bringing focus.
German Chomomile hydrosol can be diffused to help promote relaxation. Great for emotions too!
Great info. Already fell in love with German Chamomile; guess with Hydrosol as well.
Excited to try the asmatic blend
Little Feet Antifungal spray might be the answer for my grandson’s soccer shoes. Have to order a few more “ingredients” though before I get started. Guess I am in the right place for that!
awesome information. I like the fact that it has so many uses for very sensitive areas, and that its good for any age. thanks
Lots of helpful information and yummy benefits too.
I think I will have to get this one on my next purchase. I love the thought of the gentle effects it can have when an essential oil may be too much. Great info!
I can’t wait to try this on the bed linens for sleeping.
I’ve used several Hydrosols from Aromatics and I’m adding this one to the list! Such great education with Aromatics, Int. Always learning something new and printing and saving recipes like crazy!!! Thank you!
Have not tried Hydrosol before but it t definitely sounds good. A tempted to get this the next time !
Have not tried Hydrosol before but it sounds great ! Am keen to try it for the first time.
Lately I’ve been experiencing some muscle spasms,
will keep this hydrosol on hand for such occasions.
So Happy to have the recipe for antifungal foot spray!! Going to make for my hockey playing wife!!
Looking forward to more great info here…. and adding this Hydrosol to my order!!
This is fantastic! All the best to you and your hockey playing wife! Thanks so much for sharing:)
Great information, thank you very much! Going to get it right now and really looking forward to using it!
Happy skin happy family 😉
WOW! Very complete and I love the recipes too! I am amazed at how you also changed your site! Great job!!
Like the information provided about German Chamomile hydrosol and that it is good for sensitive areas, such as the eyes.. Also like the blending examples you provided on this blog.
Love your site as well as the blog! Your site has the most info on products that I’ve ever seen. I feel comfortable purchasing an item knowing I know all about it. Quality and customer service is tops in my book ! Will be a customer for a long time!
I love spraying this in the bedroom at night and spraying my pillows and sheets. Makes for a great nights sleeping
Chamomile is extremely versatile. I have used it in deodorant with amazing results
Have had this oil but never knew of all of it’s benefits. Can’t wait to start using it for sleep and anxiety.
I love the blog with all the information and recipes.
I will definitely be ordering German Chamomile in the future.
Love the information shared in the blog. I’m very excited to begin using German Chamomile, as it has so many benefits.
So excited to find your site and company to be able to learn more about the healing and support powers of natural alternatives with essential oils. It has always been a passion of mine to do things as naturally as possible for myself and my family and friends .. can’t wait to learn more and take advantage of your teachings
Hi Meg! Thanks so much for taking the time to share with us! We’re grateful you’ve found us as well! Welcome to the Aromatics family:)
Thank you for all the information. Love this site!
good information. written with thought and clarity.
It is wonderful to see how many ways this hydrosol can be used. Very helpful information! Thank you so much!
Anxiuous to get active in my first course. Love the YouTube videos and blog posts for learning on the run..
It appeara I will need to invest in a mini fridge for my new Hydrosol infatuation! Thank you for so much of your time providing education and information in aromatherapy. This is the best EO company I have come across thus far. I appreciate the openness, transparency and sharing of information.
Namaste ~
Kelli
Great information! I have always loved chamomile!
I wanted to express how impressive your blog about hydrosols was. I have been a customer for years and have been pleased with everything I’ve ordered over the years. You continue to amaze me with the depth of knowledge you share with us. Thank you 🙏,
I have been using essential oils for over a year. Aromatherapy has changed my well being and will continue to be a permanent part of my life. I look forward to your products and helpful information aiding on my journey.
God Bless,
Tammy
I need to find this. I only recently learned about hydrosols and am interested in learning more about them.
Hi! We sell the German Chamomile hydrosol on our website, http://www.aromatics.com (:
Thank you for the wonderful recipes!
I am def going to get this. I have 6 little ones 🙂
I found this information on hydrosols so informative.
Roman chamomile is one of my favourite essential oils to
Use on those who are sensitive.
Kathy
I’m new to your site,but it’s amazing. I never realized how diverse German Chamomile Hydrosol actually is. I look forward to learning more.
I am enjoying all the recipes! amazing how many ways to use German Chamomile
So excited to discover essentials oils and the safer products for my home and body I can make with them.
It’s amazing to see how German chamomile hydrosol is used alone therapuetically and blend with other hydrosols, essential oils, and aloe vera gel, etc. for individualized blending needs.
I feel blessed and privileged to learn more to help others.
I am excited to use German Chamomile in my skincare business. I would love to blend it with Aoe Vera gel to make a thick cooling mask for the eyes. I think my Rosacea clients will love this hydrosol.
Thank-you for so much detailed information on all of your products! I’m fairly new to essential oils and never knew hydrosols were so useful as well as the oils!
Thank you for a wonderful blog with great information. I am relatively new to essential oils and have not used hydrosols before. I will definitely give it a try with my next order.
Thank you for this wonderful information. Love the website and blog layout. Very informative and easy to use.
I’m going to use the anti-fungal blend recipe with adult dosage for my grandson who is in the Marines. His feet were in terrible shape after boot camp.
Hi Dianna! Good thing your grandson has a grandma like you to take care of those feet 😉
Thank you! Always happy to learn a new way to soothe irritated skin and what a nice bonus that it promotes sleep!!
It’s one of our favorite hydrosols (:
Great information! Can’t wait to try this hydrosol!
Fabulous! Hydrosols are a great addition to any household (:
Love this great innformation!
Thank You!
Looking forward to trying a blended hydrofoil for emotional support! Thank you for all the hard work you and your team put into the website!
Hi Christina! Thank you for taking the time to read the blog and share with us! We truly appreciate it:)
Thanks for all of this great information, so helpful! Can’t wait to use this hydrosol!
I enjoyed reading about the German Chamomile hydrosol! Very informative! Adding it to my wish list of things to try! Thank you for including recipes!
Thanks, Karen! German Chamomile hydrosol is a must to have on hand for so many things!
Very informative..
Thank you!
Thank you for sharing this information. Definitely on my to do list. Love the recipes!
Thanks, LeeAnn! (: Happy blending!
I will be trying German Chamomile hydrosol for my tired eyes. Thank you!
Yay! It is definitely one of our favorite hydrosols!
I love the continuing information you post, long after the course I took from you.
Thank you, Kathleen! We are educators at heart, and love spreading the word about essential oils (:
Your site was shared by my yoga instructor. I made a purchase and received in record time. My plan for today is to create with products I received. I did not order any hydrosols but plan to soon. I read with interest the many your company provides. Looking forward to adding your hydrosols to my essential oil routine.
Hi Deborah! Thanks so much for your order! Yes, hydrosols are wonderful to work with, so gentle yet effective. Hope you have a great time blending and getting to know your oils! Feel free to reach out to team@aromatics.com for any questions along the way. Also, our website is loaded with tons of great information and recipes. I use the search bar all the time when searching for recipes or information about a specific product.
Every time I come to this site I think I need to get certified. I love all the receipes and have just added German camomile Hydrosol to my cart.
Hi Joyce! You should! Deepening one’s knowledge of essential oils and the benefits of aromatherapy is quite the rewarding journey:) Glad to hear you’re enjoying the recipes – I think you’ll love the German Chamomile Hydrosol as well! Thanks so much for your order!
I really enjoy all your products, recipes and knowledge you share. Your recipes are my go to when I need to make my blends. I always recommend you to all my friends and people just getting into aromatheraphy.
Thank you for your beautiful comments and passing the word around:)
I cant wait to use this on my bed sheets. Using it as a facial spritzer on a hot day sounds so refreshing
It’s definitely one our favorite, and most popular hydrosols (: It can be used for many different things!
Thank you for the information on ways to use german chamomile hydrosol. I ordered it to promote a calm, peaceful atmosphere. Good to know it’s other benefits as well.
I love my Frankincense hydrosol and will have to try this next!
This website is wonderful! I could just spend hours reading all the great information!
Your website is great! I’m new to essential oils and appreciate all the information you share.
Thanks for the information. An interesting read.
Informative
I can’t wait to use this on our pillows at night to reduce stress. I wish I had some now to try on an itchy rash from a medicine reaction I have right now!
Hi Terri! German Chamomile hydrosol is definitely worth keeping on hand (: Great for itchy skin!
Thank you for the information on German Chamomile hydrosol.
Informative and good detailing..
Looking forward to trying this on my itchy foot!
Your blog is very informative and interesting. I’m just now ordering the German Chamomile hydrosol and looking forward to it helping my dry itchy skin.
Hi Pam! German Chamomile is great for itchy skin! Hoping it helps (:
I’ve begun playing around with hydrosols and I’m loving them.
I love using hydrosols for a face toner.
So do we! (:
I have never used hydrosols but i will definitely try them as I continue my studies with the essential oils . Thank you .
Donna
They are super gentle, but also very therapeutically effective! Great to have in any ‘medicine’ cabinet (:
Love the information .I am excited to try the hydrosols .
Hi Donna! You definitely should (: All of us here at Aromatics love using them in many different ways!
I always like to keep German Chamomile hydrosol on hand…great to use on sprains as a compress.
Just learning about how to use hydrosols, and will need to add this one to my inventory!
Hi Brenda! That’s great – hydrosols are very versatile and so great to work with! Here is a link to our “What is a Hydrosol” blog if you’d like to learn more: https://blog.aromatics.com/what-is-a-hydrosol/
I am not new to EOs but have recently signed up for the ACP class and am anxious to get started. Hydrosols are something I don’t know much about but am very interested after reading this article.
Hi Alisa! The ACP course is great (: Lots of fun information! Hydrosols are a great addition to any cabinet! They are great in face masks with some clay, on owies, or even just as a refreshing body spray (:
Thank you for the great information on hydrosols. I look forward to expanding my use of essential oils to include them
I didn’t realize that a hydrosol was such an easy to use product, now that I do, I’ll be trying as many as my bank account will allow 😉
That’s awesome, Cheryl! We all have lots of hydrosols at home, and love having them on hand (:
I’m intrigued by the use of German Chamomile Hydrosol on my bed linens to induce a peaceful sleep. So many times when I lay down to sleep my mind chooses that moment to remind my of all things I don’t need to think about!
Hi Phyllis! Same here! The German Chamomile hydrosol is a great choice to try in helping support more restful sleep. It’s easy to use and so nice and calming:)
Thank you for posting all the wonderful things German Chamomile is used for. Way more than I thought i knew:)
Hi Renee! Of course! Thank you for taking the time to read our blog and share. Happy to hear it was helpful:)
I love hydrosols! I use German Chamomile and Calendula on my Grand daughters bottom….so soothing! She loves it and I spritz her face to top off the treatment…giggles all around!!
Hi Jo Anne! That’s perfect! It’s great to get kids involved with aromatherapy and have fun with it:) Thanks for sharing!
This is new to me. I feel it would good to have on hand for many uses.
“Owies” would be one use with our active grandson. Diffusing at bedtime would be another. I am a fan of Camomile tea. I am curious if there is similarities.
Your blogs are so informative. Thank you
Hi Kathy! The German Chamomile hydrosol is definitely a good staple product to have (: The aroma of the tea and hydrosol are slightly different, but both are lovely none the less!
This was so informative, can’t wait to try some. Chamomile and I will become life long friends now.
So excited to be part of this site and learning about hydrosols and cannot wait to get my first order
Thanks, Gail! Glad to have you aboard the Aromatics family (:
wow , did not realize how useful and gentle the german hydrosol could be along with its antibacterial properties as a spray alone .
The German Chamomile hydrosol is definitely a staple everyone should have 😉 We use it in the office daily!
My husband suffers from athletes feet. I will be ordering German Chamomile hydrosol. Thanks for the information.
Hi Rebecca! Thanks for taking the time to read our blog! German Chamomile hydrosol is so soothing. We hope this is a help to your husband:)
I love using German Chamomile hydrosol in my massage therapy sessions, I value its multitude of therapeutic properties, everything from easing muscular tension to balancing emotions.
Thanks for sharing, Cyndee!
I just purchased German Chamomile Hydrosol for my first Aloe Cream lesson. Very excited to get started.
Thanks, Cathy! Making home made creams is so fun! Let us know how it turns out (:
Great information, now i want to learn more about hydrosols
Hi Tanja! Thanks for reading our blog! Hope you enjoy learning more about hydrosols, as they are wonderful to work with:)
I’m a big fan of Roman Chamomile and your information has made me want to try this hydrosol. Thank you
Hi Gail! We hope you enjoy it as much as we do! You’ll have to let us know how you like it:)